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Healthified Decadent Hot Chocolate Recipe

Indulge in guilt-free deliciousness with this healthier hot chocolate recipe! Enjoy a rich, decadent treat with 50% fewer calories, 77% less fat, and 20% more calcium than traditional hot chocolate. This easy 15-minute recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a festive treat. Get ready for a healthier, happier hot chocolate experience!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 152.5 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
Healthified Decadent Hot Chocolate

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Ingredients for Healthified Decadent Hot Chocolate

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or to taste, use a sugar substitute for extra health benefits)
  • Unsweetened Baking Cocoa
  • Nonfat Milk
  • Fat Free Half And Half
  • Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Healthified Decadent Hot Chocolate

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder until no lumps remain.
  2. Gradually whisk in the skim milk and half-and-half until completely combined.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture is heated through and steamy. Do not boil.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  5. Add the chocolate chips and whisk vigorously until they are melted and the hot chocolate is smooth and creamy.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Pour into four mugs and enjoy immediately!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

12g

Carbs

8g

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